I just can't help believing when she smiles up soft and gentle With a trace of misty morning and a promise of tomorrow in her eyes And I just can't help believing when he's lying close beside me And my heart beats with the rhythm of his sighs This time, the girl is gonna stay This time, the girl is gonna stay for more than just a day And I just can't help believing when she slips her hand in my hand And it feels so small and helpless And my fingers fold around it like a glove And I just can't help believing when he's whispering his magic And his tears are shining honey-sweet with love This time, the girl is gonna stay This time, the girl is gonna stay for more than just a day For more than just a day This time, the girl is gonna stay for more than just a day This time, the girl is gonna stay for more than just a day This time, the girl is gonna stay and not unless I get my pay